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Yousafzai adds that she believes "the best form of resistance against the Taliban is to give visibility to Afghan women" as the oppressive regime continues to exert control over Afghanistan.
Some scholars have argued that a right to resist oppression is implicit in the International Bill of Human Rights. The preamble to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights states "whereas it is essential, if man is not to be compelled to have recourse, as a last resort, to rebellion against tyranny and oppression, that human rights should be ...
The protests, which demand regime change in Iran, broke out near Amini’s hometown of Saqqez immediately after her death. Today, demonstrations continue in more than 170 cities in all 31 ...
The graffiti incident acted as a catalyst for the Syrian uprising. Though Syasneh had not intended to ignite a nationwide movement, his actions highlighted the deep resentment toward Assad’s oppressive regime. The protests in Daraa served as a foundation for a broader rebellion, eventually evolving into armed conflict. [5] [6]
While the use of political repression varies depending on the authoritarian regime, it is argued that repression is a defining feature and the foundation of autocracies by creating a power hierarchy between the leader and citizenry, contributing to the longevity of the regime. [10]
This article lists forms of government and political systems, which are not mutually exclusive, and often have much overlap. [1] According to Yale professor Juan José Linz there are three main types of political systems today: democracies, totalitarian regimes and, sitting between these two, authoritarian regimes with hybrid regimes.
Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich, R-Ga., said there are elements of the Democratic Party that Republicans will never, and should never, unify with.